Abbott adviser Dave Carney wants your vote. For himself.

AUSTIN – Political consultant Dave Carney is usually searching for votes for a candidate – he’s top adviser to Attorney General Greg Abbott’s gubernatorial campaign, and before that worked for Gov. Rick Perry.

But in a twist, this time Carney’s asking for people’s votes for himself.

Carney, a tall guy who has carried some weight, noticeably lost pounds this year. When I asked him about it a while back, he chalked it up to basics like eating better.

On his Facebook page Tuesday, he said he has lost more than 120 pounds through a program and is one of the top finalists to win big money for it. He’s asking people to vote for him on the program’s site. He providesa link with “before and after” photos. Carney said by email he now weighs 237 pounds. He’s 6′ 4″.

Here’s Carney’s post:

So many of you have asked about the my new appearance lately. I have been reluctant to talk much about what’s been happening, since I was not sure where it would end up. But now the end is near and I want to share with you my news. Last January I started a program called PN Lean Eating. It’s a program that helps you learn new habits and become healthier. I have lost over 120 this year and I made it as a top finalist in the program. Which means If win first place I could win prize of $25k. If you vote for me that might just happen. This link will take you to the list of finalists and I am #4,